Security Analyst

Locke & Mccloud; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Security Analyst to enhance its cybersecurity team. This strategic role involves managing cybersecurity tools, ensuring compliance with regulations, and responding to incidents. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity operations, a proactive mindset, and strong communication skills. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to safeguarding critical systems and data. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of network architecture and system hardening practices.
• Advanced experience with security monitoring and forensic tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage cybersecurity tools for threat monitoring.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Cybersecurity Operations

Incident Management

Strong Communication Skills

Compliance Knowledge (HIPAA, PCI)

Researching Emerging Threats

Education

10+ years in IT

5+ years in Cybersecurity

Tools

Secureworks

CrowdStrike

Darktrace

SIEM

Endpoint Protection

Vulnerability Scanners

Job description

Position:Senior Security Analyst

Location:US - East Coast

Salary:$120,000 – $150,000 + Full Benefits

Employment Type:Full-Time

We are working with a healthcare-focused institution that is expanding its cybersecurity team and seeking an experiencedSenior Security Analyst. This is a strategic and hands-on role reporting into the senior information security leadership. The ideal candidate will have a deep technical background in cybersecurity operations, compliance, and incident management, along with strong communication skills and a proactive mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and manage cybersecurity tools (e.g.,

  Secureworks,

  CrowdStrike,

  Darktrace, SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanners).

• Monitor systems and networks for threats; support incident response and investigations.

• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure policy compliance and secure configurations.

• Maintain and update security documentation, procedures, and risk reports.

• Participate in GRC activities and support regulatory compliance (e.g., HIPAA, PCI).

• Research emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Advise on secure design and participate in key IT and security projects.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years in IT with at least 5 years in a dedicated cybersecurity role.

• Hands-on experience with

  Secureworks,

  CrowdStrike, and

  Darktrace

  platforms.

• Strong understanding of enterprise IT environments, network architecture, and system hardening practices.

• Advanced experience with security monitoring, endpoint protection, and forensic tools.

• Familiarity with incident detection, response workflows, and cyber threat intelligence platforms.

• Working knowledge of PKI, encryption methods, and secure communications protocols.

• Exposure to virtualization technologies and cloud security best practices.

• Strong documentation skills and a collaborative, consultative approach to security support.

• Experience working within or aligning to NIST, ISO, or other security frameworks.

Interviews are scheduled to take place next week so if you’re interested in hearing more about this and other roles, then please get in touch asap to discuss further at 480-818-6995 or send your Resume to [e-mail]

Locke & McCloud is the US's leading cyber security & information security staffing company – through having a sole focus on the cyber & information security space we have been able to foster solid relationships with some of the US’s most exciting cyber security consultancies & end-users. Our focus on the information security space allows us to be able to help you find the most exciting opportunities in the cyber security market. If you are looking for your next cybersecurity or information security role, please get in touch!